2 Springbok legends, Joost van der Westhuizen and Ruben Kruger were hospitalized over the weekend.

Both were Springbok legends, Blue Bull heroes and members of the 1995 world cup winning Springbok side. Both epitomised everything that a Blue Bull and Springbok should be. They were remarkably similar in that they both played the game extremely hard, had a never say die attitude and simply did their talking on the field.

Both have gone through plenty of turmoil recently, with Joost being embroiled in controversy over drug allegations. I believe someone was trying to defame and blackmail him, and they should leave him alone. No doubt the stress has contributed to his recent collapse.

Ruben Kruger on the other hand has had a tumour removed from his brain and had been recovering well. He apparently became unconcious whilst driving and is in a critical condition.

My heart goes out to both players and their families. Both are Blue Bulls, both are Springbok legends, and great role models. I hope they have a speedy recovery and get well soon.